‘Transformative moment’ | Walmart tells staff AI will improve their work, not replace their jobs

Walmart has attempted to reassure employees that artificial intelligence will help them, rather than replace their jobs.

The message of encouragement came at a recent company summit in Bentonville, Arkansas, where the retailer is headquartered.

Bosses at the commerce giant used the annual Associates Week forum to assuage concerns over AI-related job threats by insisting that people are Walmart’s key differentiator, and highlighting how the technology is already helping them solve problems and become more productive.

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The rallying cry was delivered as workers across the US report concerns about how AI may impact their job security and long-term career prospects.